Fourteen

Fourteen is lauded for its ‘wealth of expertise in relation to financial remedy work’, and with ‘an encyclopaedic knowledge of financial remedy law’, Michael Glaser KC its often sought after for representation in cases involving complex elements, such as trusts, bankruptcies, and partnerships. Praised as ‘brilliant with clients’, Ewan Murray often represents high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals in matters surrounding nuptial agreements and appeals. Gillon Cameron ’brings an air of calming reassurance to his cases‘, which often concern valuations, forensic accounting, and dissipation of assets. Ben Boucher-Giles boasts ’an impressive depth and breath of expertise at his fingertips‘, and is particularly notable in international cases.

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Testimonials

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'Joe Lamb is an absolute delight to deal with. Everything a clerk should be.'
'The clerks offer an excellent service. They are very professional, helpful and highly responsive. Joe Lamb and Dan Lee can’t do enough for you.'
'Dan Lee in particular stand outs, and Lewis Witt and Alfie Mackay are also very helpful and accommodating.'
'Superb clerk's room. Really outstanding support for their barristers and for solicitors. When you know you can rely on the clerks, it makes the job easier. Alfie Mackay, Lewis Witt and Joe Lamb are superb.'
'The clerks are consistently helpful, responsive, and proactive. They are good at understanding the needs of a particular case and matching that with suitable counsel. Dan Lee stands out for being particularly efficient and solution-oriented, especially when dealing with urgent listings or last-minute changes.'
'The clerks’ room is efficient and professional. They respond promptly, are straightforward on fees, and do their best to accommodate urgent instructions. Tyler Woodyatt-Butwell is especially helpful, pragmatic, well-organised, and understands the nuances of family work and the importance of continuity in representation.'

Lawyers

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

Michael Glaser KC

‘Michael is in a league of his own and no other silk offers the breadth and depth of expertise that he does. His experience fighting and winning committal proceedings is unrivalled, he makes the most complex matter seem simple, and cases with capacity issues is yet another area in which he excels.’

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

Ewan Murray

'Ewan is always exceptionally well prepared for both conferences with clients and court appearances, and he provides clients with a reassuring presence with the utmost professionalism, but with a kind and warm manner to help put clients at ease. He is clear and articulate in his advocacy, which enables him to convey complex legal arguments to the tribunal whilst always ensuring lay clients are able to be engaged in the process appropriately.'

Ben Boucher-Giles

'Ben has one of the best analytical brains ever and his ability to absorb information, analyse it and advise is just great. He delivers his advice with such clarity that there is never any doubt in the client's mind as to how they should proceed.'

Gillon Cameron

‘Gillon leaves no stone unturned, as he researches and prepares impeccably. He is particularly good on those gritty issues that other counsel want to gloss over, and he gives decisive and clear advice with a wonderful client manner.’

Grace Garrett-Sadler

'Grace is a clear, focused and persuasive advocate, and she is well prepared and responsive, fitting seamlessly into the solicitor/client relationship. She has a pragmatic approach, is consistently helpful, and she has a way of guiding clients effectively to a sensible resolution.'

Seema Kansal

'Seema is an amazing barrister, best choice ever.'

Victoria Miller

‘Victoria has superb judgement in financial remedy cases. She combines expert cross-examination with a fantastic command of the law.’

Holly Symonds

‘Holly is knowledgeable, she has an excellent grasp of the legal complexities involved financial proceedings, and has offered thoughtful and strategic advice for each case. Her communication skills are excellent and her advocacy exceptional, she treats clients with genuine care and compassion and respect, and clients give excellent feedback and request her for future hearings.’

Matthew Warmoth

Matthew is an outstanding advocate with a calm, persuasive courtroom manner. He has an exceptional ability to distil complex financial evidence into a clear, structured presentation, making him highly effective both with judges and clients.'

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.